Locum Pain Management Physician job in Elkins, WV - Make $175/hr - $200/hr

About the role

Position: Physician specializing in Pain Management. Start Date: December 07, 2026. Length: 13 weeks. Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients experiencing acute or chronic pain, review medical history and perform physical exams to diagnose pain sources.
• Design individualized treatment plans that may include medications, physical therapy and interventional procedures such as nerve blocks or spinal injections.
• Perform pain‑relief procedures, such as epidural steroid injections, facet joint injections and radiofrequency ablations.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust the plan as necessary, ensuring patient safety and the management of side effects.
• Provide patient education about conditions, treatment options and post‑care management strategies.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Requirements: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school; Residency training program in anesthesiology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, neurology, or a related field accredited by the ACGME or AOA; Fellowship training in pain management focusing on advanced pain management techniques and interventional procedures.

License & Certifications: Board certification in pain medicine by the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA), the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPMR) or the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN); Active and unrestricted medical license in West Virginia.

Experience: While specific requirements may vary, most locum pain management physician positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience providing care in a clinical setting.

Skills

• Extensive understanding of pain mechanisms, assessment techniques, and both pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic treatment options.
• Ability to assess complex cases and make informed decisions on appropriate interventions.
• Proficiency in performing interventional pain procedures.
• Capable of identifying and resolving issues related to pain management treatment plans.
• Strong communication skills to explain complex medical information to patients.
• Flexibility to adapt to new work environments and different medical teams.

Benefits

• Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems in diverse care settings.
• Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay.
• Dedicated application and assignment support.
• In‑house credentialing and licensing teams.
• Travel and lodging coverage.
• Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents.
• Malpractice coverage and risk management support.
• Aya may provide other benefits where required by applicable law, including but not limited to reimbursements.

Pay

$175/hour - $200/hour

Schedule

Shift Coverage: Scheduled + No Call. Shift Schedule: Standard 5, 8‑Hour shifts, 08:00‑16:30.